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Building resilient food systems in small island developing states

Small island developing states (SIDS) share a range of challenges. Here’s how small-scale farmers are making their agrifood systems more resilient.

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Rural Voices

Climate-smart irrigation reaps rewards for rural women

From Laos to Moldova, meet three women who are using climate-smart irrigation to adapt to their new normal.

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Explainer

Demystifying development finance

IFAD is an essential part of the development finance ecosystem. But how exactly does this system work? We answer your questions.

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Recipes for Change

Kyrgyzstan: Beshbarmak with shorpo and onion sauce

Chef Walter el Nagar joined sheep farmer Dinara to prepare beshbarmak, a cherished national dish.

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News

28 March 2023

After the earthquake in Türkiye, rural people need more support than ever

Extreme weather events, such as droughts, storms and floods, are putting pressure on the ecosystems that farmers depend on...

Event

12 - 13 February 2025

48th session of the IFAD Governing Council

The overarching theme of the Governing Council is “Catalysing Investment at the 1st Mile”.

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Rural Voices

How a Senegal fishing family found safe harbour at home

Ousmane and Adama dared to dream of a better future abroad – and, with IFAD’s support, ended up finding it at home.

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Podcast

From farm to table: Celebrating a decade of Recipes for Change – Episode 74

In this episode, we reflect on a decade of Recipes for Change with some of the chefs behind the programme's success.

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Climate and environment

The lives of small-scale farmers are being upended by climate change. They need support to adapt to climate change and to protect the planet’s precious resources

Rural women

Gender inequality is one of the biggest impediments to sustainable development. Without tackling its root causes, we cannot end global hunger and poverty

Remittances

The funds sent home by migrant workers are a lifeline for rural families, helping to build resilience and support sustainable development

Indigenous Peoples

With their traditional knowledge and deep connection to their environments, we work with Indigenous Peoples to build a more inclusive, sustainable future.

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Transforming rural communities for almost 50 years

A better future starts in rural areas.

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Interested in investing with us?

IFAD’s investments make a tangible difference in rural people’s lives

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